English Word · Intermediate
homeboy
Someone, particularly a male acquaintance, from one’s hometown
Pronunciation: /ˈhoʊm.bɔɪ/
Meaning
Someone, particularly a male acquaintance, from one’s hometown.
Example
When the boy next door; Don't want to be my homeboy no more; Saw something that I never saw before; I think he wants to be my baby
When the boy next door; Don't want to be my homeboy no more; Saw something that I never saw before; I think he wants to be my baby
Practice tips
- Practice homeboy out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.